MSc in Marine Microbiology (MarMic) Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology

• University of Bremen
• Constructor University Bremen
• Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research

100% English

The International Max Planck Research School of Marine Microbiology (MarMic) is an MSc/PhD graduate programme for highly qualified and motivated national and international students. MarMic is a joint programme of the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology (MPI-MM), the University of Bremen (UniB), the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI), and the Constructor University.

The MarMic concept is unique. We are educating a new generation of marine scientists, providing them with the tools to better understand microbial life and the matter in which it affects our biosphere. MarMic students are trained to think globally and to choose from both holistic and reductionistic research approaches. The breadth of theoretical and practical experiences at MarMic enables students to address questions ranging from biogeochemistry to genomic analysis, from single-cell interactions to behaviour in mixed communities. These abilities make MarMic students attractive scientists for international research teams, institutes, universities, and industry.

28 February

Lectures, tutorials, practical courses, laboratory rotations, seminars, soft skills training
All classes are taught in English.

No tuition fees

Registration fee of 390 EUR per semester (public transportation ticket is already included)

Approx. 900 EUR per month

A BSc or equivalent is required. For details, please see: https://marmic.mpg.de/marmic2/application.php?section=who.

English at the C1 level of the European reference standard for languages (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent)

28 February

After acceptance to the programme, several scholarships will be available.

Single rooms are available in student dormitories, administered by the "Studierendenwerk" Bremen (monthly rent of approximately 450 EUR).
Housing off-campus (mostly private) is usually more expensive, but it offers a wider range of options. Assistance in finding housing off-campus is offered by the International Office of the University of Bremen. For details, please see the Information Guide from the International Office.